Domestic Violence Resource Center - formerly CAAW

10/05/2026

This Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Daniella and Daisy remind our community that DVRC stands With Survivors, Always.

Whether someone needs a safe place, support navigating their options, counseling, advocacy, or simply someone who will listen and believe them, DVRC is here—not only during October, but every day of the year.

Together, we can create a community where every survivor is supported, respected, and empowered.

💜 With Survivors, Always.

10/05/2026

We’ve reached the top!

DVRC staff, board members, and capital campaign advisory council members came together for a special milestone in the construction of our new shelter and resource center: signing the beam that marks the highest point of the building.

The beam was filled with messages of hope and encouragement for the survivors and families who will one day walk through these doors. Soon, it will become part of the building itself—a lasting reminder of the care and hope surrounding this new space from the very beginning.

It was an exciting moment to see just how far we’ve come and to know that every construction milestone brings us closer to opening our doors in Summer 2027.

Thank you to 2 News Nevada for sharing an update on our new facility's progress and the campaign that made it possible.

When the facility is complete, it will expand the shelter capacity from 25 beds to 100.

10/02/2026

DVRC was honored to be chosen as the service project for the Association of Donor Relations Professionals (ADRP) International Conference! 💜

Inspired by this year’s theme, Resilience & Reinvention, conference attendees gathered hygiene essentials for those served by DVRC and added handwritten notes filled with uplifting words for each recipient.

We’re especially thankful to ADRP and all who took part in using this gathering to make a tangible difference for individuals and families right here in Northern Nevada.

We’re excited to pass along every item—and every encouraging word—to those we serve.

09/29/2026

💜 “I truly feel ‘new and improved’ in all ways.”

We recently received an update from a former DVRC client who shared that she has started a new job, is settling into a new community, and is embracing new experiences and relationships.

She reflected on her time at DVRC and her life since leaving transitional housing:

“What an amazing journey this has been, and I believe the adventures are just beginning. I am well—actually, thriving, as if the past only made me stronger. I love this new life and am grateful to DVRC for all they have done, and continue to do, to help me begin again.”

Messages like this remind us what is possible when survivors have the safety, resources, and support to create what comes next. 💜

09/24/2026

Help us bring a little Halloween fun to DVRC! 🎃👻

We’re collecting donations to help make the holiday special for survivors and their children in our programs. We’re currently looking for:

🍬 Halloween candy
🎃 Pumpkins and pumpkin carving kits
👻 Halloween costumes for kids and adults

Donations can be dropped off at DVRC by October 20.

A costume, a pumpkin, or a bag of candy can help create moments of fun, connection, and normalcy for families during a time of transition. Thank you for helping us make Halloween a little brighter! 💜

09/22/2026

💜 $335,240 raised for survivors and their children!

What an incredible evening! With our best attendance yet, The 2026 Purple Gala was a powerful reflection of the generosity and compassion of our community.

Thank you to everyone who attended, sponsored, donated, volunteered, and helped make this year’s Gala such a success. Your support makes it possible for survivors and their children to find safety, resources, and hope for what comes next.

We are so grateful. 💜

09/09/2026

This Saturday, The Purple Gala brings our community together for an unforgettable evening in support of survivors and their children—and the futures they are building.

We’re proud to recognize the businesses, foundations, and community partners helping make this evening possible. Their generosity extends far beyond the Gala, strengthening the resources and support available to survivors and their children throughout the region.

To our 2026 Purple Gala sponsors—and especially our Title Sponsor, NV Energy Foundation—thank you for putting your support behind this mission and standing with survivors.

08/24/2026

We’re so proud to celebrate DVRC Board Member Beth Smith on this well-deserved recognition! 💜

Beth is a dedicated advocate, community leader, and valued member of the DVRC Board of Directors. We are incredibly grateful for the leadership, heart, and commitment she brings to DVRC and the survivors we serve.

Please join us in congratulating Beth!

08/21/2026

Every survivor's journey forward is strengthened by a community that chooses to stand beside them.

We're grateful to Heritage Bank, a 2026 Purple Sponsor of The Purple Gala, for helping make that journey possible. Their partnership supports the services that empower survivors and their children to rebuild their lives with safety, dignity, and hope.

Thank you, Heritage Bank, for believing in the power of community and for investing in resilient futures for families across Northern Nevada.

08/19/2026

"For a few wonderful hours, we weren't focused on everything we had been through or everything we were still trying to rebuild. We were laughing together, cheering at the game, sharing food, making memories, and simply enjoying being together. We got to be a normal family."

Thanks to the generosity of the Reno Aces, a mom and her four children enjoyed a night at the ballpark—a chance to step away from the challenges of rebuilding after domestic violence and simply be together.

"Watching all four of my children smile, laugh, and have so much fun together was a gift I will never forget. Healing isn't just about surviving what happened—it's also about creating joyful moments that replace painful ones."

Thank you, Reno Aces, for providing experiences that bring hope, healing, and joy to survivors and their children.